Stress is bad for our blood pressure, cholesterol and heart. It causes eczema, migraines and ulcers. The only good thing about stress is knowing theres nothing good about it - unless youre a pharmaceutical company.
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Ive tried deep breathing exercises, but I take in too much oxygen and get light-headed. Of course, that isnt all bad. While Im feeling dizzy, I forget about feeling stressed - but the world has enough dizzy blonds.
Ive also tried to relieve tension by walking on the beach. The rhythm of breaking waves is meant to have a calming effect and it does - as long as I stay on the beach.
I take my dog with me on my beach walks. Unfortunately, they make waves with his routine; and my dog has made it canine clear that one beach walk a day is enough. Zacharys routine consists of eating and sleeping. Obviously, leading a dogs life isnt that stressful. Are You Stressed?:: Understanding Stress and Stress Management If stress management does not work at a personal level, there are professional http://soundvision.com/info/peace/stress.aspHOME | How Stressed Are You? Quiz:: Component 4: Activity 1: How Stressed Are You? Quiz Answers. Component 5: Handout 1: A Dozen Ways to Reduce Stress 2: Reduce Your Time Related Stress http://www.realtor.org/rmoprint.nsf/pages/stress03HOME |
Petting dogs, looking at a tank of tropical fish and sitting in a light blue room are meant to reduce pressure; but breaking pencils works better for me. At least it gives me a sense of accomplishment.
Holding your ring fingers and thumbs lightly together is meant to give you a sense of relief. So is slowly inhaling through slightly parted lips. Hot milk, warm toddies - Ive tried them all.
Ive also tried telling myself I work better when Im pressured - that Im more focused, motivated and goal oriented - but Im not. In fact, I think people who think that way are actually procrastinators. The world doesnt need more time-pressured procrastinators. Weve got enough politicians.
For me avoidance works best. I avoid unexpected news by not answering the phone, opening bills or doing anything else that would cause my blood pressure to be higher than my spirits.
My grandmothers solution for the unexpected was to expect it. She said that seeing how we handle the unexpected is Gods way of seeing if were paying attention.
Easy for my grandmother to say. She didnt believe in stress. She believed things like politics and in-laws upset us only if we let them. Her advice was to take action and fix whatevers causing the problem. If it cant be fixed, take a nap.
Nobody understands...any help please?
50 points for someone willing to do this!!!!!!!!!!?
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